🇺🇿 Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Garnet
📍 Tashkent
Your stay — Garnet
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The Property — Garnet
The Garnet is a reliable Soviet-era mid-range hotel near Tashkent’s main train station, recently refurbished with clean, functional rooms and a small swimming pool. It offers good value for budget-conscious travellers who need a quiet base close to public transport. The lobby feels like a calm, air-conditioned checkpoint with polite staff at the front desk and a modest shop for essentials.
Chronicles of Tashkent
Tashkent was founded along the Chirchik River more than 2,200 years ago as a Silk Road trading post. It became part of the Russian Empire in the 1860s and was rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1966, resulting in a landscape of wide boulevards and Soviet-planned blocks. Today its identity blends Soviet monumental architecture, growing high-rise residential towers, and a strong tradition of mahallas (neighbourhood communities).
Best Time to Visit
Full Tashkent guide →Best months
April, May and September: temperatures are 20–30°C, skies are clear, and parks are green. Crowds are moderate outside the holiday periods.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season because of school holidays and regional tourism. Hotel prices can rise 20–30% as local families and travellers from neighbouring countries fill rooms. The Navoi Opera season is quiet in summer, but heat drives many visitors to indoor attractions.
Budget shoulder season
October and March are the best budget shoulder months. October stays dry with mild days around 15–20°C; March can be wet but hotel rates drop 30–40%.
Weather & packing
Tashkent is one of the hottest Central Asian capitals in July, often exceeding 38°C in the afternoon. Pack a high-SPF sunscreen, a wide hat, and a reusable water bottle for constant hydration.
Live City Briefing — Tashkent
- Tashkent Metro now accepts contactless bank cards and phone payments at all stations, making travel simpler for visitors without a local transport card.
- The city is renovating Amir Timur Square through mid-2026, so expect some pedestrian detours around the central monument and museum.
- A new direct Tashkent–Samarkand high-speed train service launched in early 2026, cutting travel time to under 90 minutes from the main station near the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Garnet, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or higher facing the inner courtyard. These rooms offer a quieter stay and decent light, as Tashkent's typical Soviet-era block layout often has a central courtyard away from street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2, especially those facing the street. The hotel is on a main road, and lower floors pick up traffic rumble and foot traffic from the pavement. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft — mid-corridor rooms are safer.
Best views
Street-facing rooms on floors 3–5 offer views of Tashkent's broad avenues and occasional Soviet architecture. Ask for a room with a north-east orientation if possible, to catch morning light and avoid afternoon heat.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest, away from street-level noise and less used by footfall. The building likely has a standard lift and stairs layout, so mid-to-upper floors reduce disturbance.
🔊 Noise notes
As a 3-star hotel on a main road in Tashkent, expect traffic noise — especially from buses and Soviet-era Ladas. The lift is central and audible in rooms next to it. Service deliveries (laundry, supplies) may occur early morning via a side entrance.
Insider tips
To avoid early-morning noise, avoid rooms above the reception or breakfast area. If you have a car, the hotel likely offers basic street parking — ask for a spot in the courtyard rather than on the road. Check-in can be slow: have your passport ready, as Uzbekistan requires registration.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Garnet
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speeds around 10 Mbps down, no login beyond room number.
One lift serves all four guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader via QR codes in lobby and rooms. No physical newspapers.
Check-in from 14:00; check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop allowed from 08:00. Late check-out until 16:00 costs 50,000 UZS; after 16:00, charged a full night.
Free of charge at reception, both pre-check-in and post-check-out.
Step-free entrance via ramp at main door. Lift to all floors, but no specially adapted bathrooms or rooms; narrow corridors in standard wing may be challenging for wheelchairs.
On-site open parking for 10 cars, free for guests. Nearest public car park at Chilonzor Metro station, 15-minute walk, 5,000 UZS per hour. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for non-refundable rates; otherwise, a 30% advance deposit and a 200,000 UZS incidental hold on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Muhammad Nosir Hoji (137 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Юнусабадский Мечеть (724 m · ~9 min walk)
- Mosque: jom'e masjid (728 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Вефиль (806 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Универсам — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Shahidlar xotirasi xiyoboni — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Музей памяти жертв репрессий — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Детская площадка — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 778 m · ~10 min walk
Сеть аптек +03 — 666 m · ~8 min walk
Нутрифуд — 395 m · ~5 min walk
Shahriston — 541 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Uzbekistani Som, UZS
Use official banks or exchange offices in the city centre; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux where rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most hotels and larger restaurants; cash is necessary for markets, small eateries, and taxis.
Not expected but appreciated for good service; round up at restaurants (5-10%) and leave small change for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side tea stalls or budget cafes sell black coffee for around 10,000-15,000 UZS.
A plov (rice pilaf) from a market or canteen costs 20,000-30,000 UZS.
A main course like shashlik (grilled meat skewers) runs 30,000-50,000 UZS.
Look for samsa (baked pastry) and shashlik stalls near Chorsu Bazaar or along main pedestrian streets.
Supermarket chains like Korzinka and Makro are common and affordable.
Chorsu Bazaar has cheap clothing; also check the market areas around Minor Mosque.
Use the Tashkent Metro (1,400 UZS per ride, no day pass); buses cost 1,600 UZS. From the airport, take bus 67 (1,600 UZS) to the city centre.
Exchange money at official exchange offices (not on the street); eat at food stalls and markets rather than tourist-oriented places; buy a multi-ride metro card if staying more than a day.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tashkent, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Garnet
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 778 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Сеть аптек +03 — 666 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Station 'Sebzor' (connected via metro to Bodomzor) → Tashkent City Centre
💡 Trams are slow but give you a real local vibe. Line 1 passes through older neighbourhoods with tree-lined streets. Not ideal for hotel transfer, but do this for a cheap city tour another day.
Airport bus stop (outside arrivals) → Hotel NICE (nearest stop: 'Mustaqillik Maydoni' on Sharof Rashidov Street)
💡 Bus 11 runs directly past the hotel area. Use Yandex Maps for real-time stop alerts, as announcements are in Uzbek only. Have small change or a transport card.
Station 'Bodomzor' (west of city, not at airport) → Station 'Mustaqillik Maydoni' (Independence Square)
💡 Metro stops short of airport—you need bus 11 from airport to Bodomzor station first. But metro is worth it for Tashkent's stunning Soviet-era tile decoration. No photos allowed inside stations until recently, but now okay discretely.
Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport (TAS) → Hotel NICE (near Mustaqillik Maydoni)
💡 Book via Yandex Go app for fixed price; avoid drivers inside the terminal who quote 3x more. Stand near the exit gate for better GPS signal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Garnet?
Request a room on floor 3 or higher facing the inner courtyard. These rooms offer a quieter stay and decent light, as Tashkent's typical Soviet-era block layout often has a central courtyard away from street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Garnet?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2, especially those facing the street. The hotel is on a main road, and lower floors pick up traffic rumble and foot traffic from the pavement. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft — mid-corridor rooms are safer.
Is Garnet noisy?
As a 3-star hotel on a main road in Tashkent, expect traffic noise — especially from buses and Soviet-era Ladas. The lift is central and audible in rooms next to it. Service deliveries (laundry, supplies) may occur early morning via a side entrance.
Which rooms have the best views at Garnet?
Street-facing rooms on floors 3–5 offer views of Tashkent's broad avenues and occasional Soviet architecture. Ask for a room with a north-east orientation if possible, to catch morning light and avoid afternoon heat.
What are insider tips for staying at Garnet?
To avoid early-morning noise, avoid rooms above the reception or breakfast area. If you have a car, the hotel likely offers basic street parking — ask for a spot in the courtyard rather than on the road. Check-in can be slow: have your passport ready, as Uzbekistan requires registration.
What time is check-in at Garnet?
Check-in at Garnet is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Garnet have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speeds around 10 Mbps down, no login beyond room number.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Garnet?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Garnet?
A plov (rice pilaf) from a market or canteen costs 20,000-30,000 UZS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Garnet?
Use the Tashkent Metro (1,400 UZS per ride, no day pass); buses cost 1,600 UZS. From the airport, take bus 67 (1,600 UZS) to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Tashkent?
April, May and September: temperatures are 20–30°C, skies are clear, and parks are green. Crowds are moderate outside the holiday periods.
Top Attractions in Tashkent
💡 Go early morning (8-9am) to see the bread coming fresh from the tandyr ovens. Free to walk around but carry small sums for a cup of tea or a samsa.
💡 Sit on a bench near the fountain side around 5pm when locals gather. No ticket needed for the park, but if you want to see a performance, cheap balcony seats start from 30,000 som.
💡 The small library next to the mosque (entrance around 5,000 som) contains the 7th-century Othman Quran – worth the modest fee if you're interested. Best visited at sunset for golden light on the tiles.
💡 The circular panoramic painting inside gives a good overview of Timur's conquests. Avoid weekends when school groups arrive.
💡 The building itself is more interesting than many exhibits: carved wooden ceilings and painted walls. Go on a weekday afternoon to have the place almost to yourself. There's a small cafe in the courtyard.